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Yet the set he designed for “Walküre” shortly before he died in December nonetheless captured Wagner’s immersive essence.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
In essence, it's a story of two halves.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
In essence, it extends the current cease-fire while the two sides reopen the Strait of Hormuz and begin talks on Iran’s nuclear program.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026
The essence of sports is good sportsmanship, which stems from good character and a respect for the game.
From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026
This Atman, which resides in every thing, is part of the essence of the universe, and is immortal.
From "Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea" by Charles Seife
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Unit 2: Pivotal Words and Phrases
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